November 20, 2009 - Assistant Secretary John Fernandez presents a $250,000 Performance Award to St. Patrick Center for outstanding project implementation and outcomes related to EDA's investment in the BEGIN New Venture Center small business incubator.
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September 25, 2009 - U.S. Commerce Department Invests $6 Million in recovery Act Funding to Spur Innovation, Create Jobs in Bethlehem, Pa.
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September 11, 2009 - John R. Fernandez Confirmed as U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development.
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September 15, 2009 - Brian P. McGowan Appointed U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development.
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May 28, 2009 - Commerce Secretary Announces $19.5 Million More for Ike/Gustav Recovery Efforts.
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March 11, 2009 - $150 Million in U.S. Economic Development Administration Funds Now Available Via the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to Create Jobs and Boost Development in Areas Hard Hit by Recession.